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Week of Saturday, May 14, 2011
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
8:45 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join us for our restoration program every Saturday from 8:45 a.m. - 12 noon on the Preserve planting natives, weeding, propagating or maybe watering new plants. Wear closed toe shoes, bring gloves and be ready to work. Refreshments are provided. Rain cancels this program. Late comers will be sent away.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
2:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 |
7:30 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A witch…who raps? They’re all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s fractured fairy tale.
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Sunday, May 15, 2011 |
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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The Katy Geissert Civic Center Library is open from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. today.
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Sunday, May 15, 2011 |
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
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Bring the whole family for our Second Sunday Science program. This month's topic is "Rock, Mineral or Fossil? with Chuck Herzig" $5 per person.
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Monday, May 16, 2011 |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Library Meeting Room [Torrance Cultural Arts Center] 3301 Torrance Blvd.
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In a world where the politicians, the news media, and even the activists choose to present only the problems, its's tough to know how you can personally make lasting change for good. We don't pretend to have the answers, but we'd love to engage with you in a thoughtful discussion on what we can all do to make the world a better place, for ourselves and our children.
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Monday, May 16, 2011 |
7:00 PM
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James Armstrong Theatre [Torrance Culture Arts Center] 3330 Civic Center Drive
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This concert will feature the jazz band, beginning band, concert band, and wind ensemble.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011 |
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve
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Take a stroll with Dave Moody and Ron Melin as you identify the different species of birds at the Madrona Marsh as well as other parks throughout the City of Torrance. This walk is welcome to all ages and is free. Re-occurs on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011 |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center; 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance
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Once a month the South Bay Audubon Chapter have a meeting held at the Nature Center from 7-9pm. Meeting are open to anyone interested in joining this chapter or another chapter of Audubon or if your interest is in the guest speaker appearing at the meeting. Every month a new guest speaker with a new topic or story. For more information please call the Nature Center at: (310)782-3989.
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011 |
10:00 AM - Noon
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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If you would like to spend a quiet morning on the Madrona Marsh Preserve with the plants and nature, this is for you. Please call the Marsh Manager for more info, 310-782-3989.
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Thursday, May 19, 2011 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join the Propagation Society and Linda Gonzales as we plant seeds for the future of the Preserve. Learn how to: prepare soil for planting on the Marsh, grow native plants for restoration and fund raising events at the Madrona Marsh, 'pot up' plants to larger containers, collect and 'clean' seeds and prune native plants in the nursery. This program is held weekly and is best for all ages. free.
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Thursday, May 19, 2011 |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Madrona Marsh Preserve, 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance
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Join the Propagation Society as we plant seeds for the future of the Preserve. Learn how to: prepare soil for planting on the Marsh, grow native plants for restoration and fundraising events at Madrona Marsh, 'pot up' plants to larger containers, collect and 'clean' seeds and prune native plants in the nursery.
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Thursday, May 19, 2011 |
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Torrance Memorial West Tower, 2nd Floor, Rm "A" (location may change periodically), Torrance
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The South Bay Amateur Radio Club holds their meeting on the third Thursday of every month. You can also tune in on all other Thursdays at the Thursday night net on 224.38 MHz ·PL - 192.8 Hz Offset -1.6 MHz. Come join us for some very interesting talks. Find out what's happening in Ham Radio.
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Friday, May 20, 2011 |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance CA 90503
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Join Cindy Reid every Friday for this educational, fun program called "Friday Fun." This is a hands-on program for preschoolers ages 3-6 years and their parents or guardians. The program is offered at no charge every Friday from 10 -11:30 a.m. The program incorporates story time, science, art and a tour emphasizing the chosen topic. Some weeks there will also be potting or other activities added. Topics (insects, animals or plants) emphasize respect for all living things and prepare children to be good stewards of the planet. 20 kids maximum. Pre-registration is required, please call the Nature Center to register (310)782-3989. $5 donation accepted.
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